Five Ways to Protect yourself From Mold Growth

<h1>Five Ways to Protect yourself From Mold Growth</h1>Author: <a title="Frank Nemshick" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/frank-nemshick/93938.htm">Frank Nemshick</a> Mold is hazardous to your family’s health and has the ability to grow almost anywhere. That makes it extremely important to know how to prevent mold from forming and remove it if it’s discovered in your home.
 
Here are five ways to protect your property from mold growth: 

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 <li>Use dehumidifiers and run the air conditioning to lower the temperature and the relative humidity to between 30 and 50 percent. 
 
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 <li>Use exhaust vents in bathrooms, kitchens and any other rooms that produce hot and humid air. Since mold thrives in hot and humid conditions, this is a must for preventing its growth. 
 
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 <li>Check faucets, pipes and any other sources of water for leaks. Mold needs water to survive and grow, so fixing leaks and cleaning water damage is essential for combating mold growth. If you experience a serious water problem, <a href="http://accordrestoration.com/water-damage-restoration-delaware/water-damage-restoration-delaware.aspx">water damage restoration Delaware</a> professionals can remediate the situation. 
 
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 <li>Dry any spills or areas with water damage within 48 hours. <a href="http://accordrestoration.com/dryout-services-delaware/dryout-services-delaware.aspx">Dryout services Delaware</a> professionals can help restore an area affected by water damage. The sooner you address a water problem, the better able you will be able to prevent mold from growing. 
 
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 <li>Remember that mold is often located in places you can’t see. If you smell a musty odor and can’t see its origin, check hidden places for mold growth. 
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Cleaning up mold:
If you find small areas of mold, clean it with a solution of 1/2 -1 cup of chlorine bleach in one gallon of water. After cleaning, thoroughly dry the area. For areas with a large amount of mold, it is best to call <a href="http://accordrestoration.com/mold-remediation-delaware/mold-remediation-delaware.aspx">mold remediation Delaware</a> professionals to tackle the job.
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Mold is hazardous to your family’s health and has the ability to grow almost anywhere. That makes it extremely important to know how to prevent mold from forming and remove it if it’s discovered in your home.

Here are five ways to protect your property from mold growth:

Use dehumidifiers and run the air conditioning to lower the temperature and the relative humidity to between 30 and 50 percent.
Use exhaust vents in bathrooms, kitchens and any other rooms that produce hot and humid air. Since mold thrives in hot and humid conditions, this is a must for preventing its growth.
Check faucets, pipes and any other sources of water for leaks. Mold needs water to survive and grow, so fixing leaks and cleaning water damage is essential for combating mold growth. If you experience a serious water problem, water damage restoration Delaware professionals can remediate the situation.
Dry any spills or areas with water damage within 48 hours. Dryout services Delaware professionals can help restore an area affected by water damage. The sooner you address a water problem, the better able you will be able to prevent mold from growing.
Remember that mold is often located in places you can’t see. If you smell a musty odor and can’t see its origin, check hidden places for mold growth.

Cleaning up mold:

If you find small areas of mold, clean it with a solution of 1/2 -1 cup of chlorine bleach in one gallon of water. After cleaning, thoroughly dry the area. For areas with a large amount of mold, it is best to call mold remediation Delaware professionals to tackle the job.

WARNING: Cleaning mold can be harmful to your health, so use a mask and wear protective clothing.

ACCORD Restoration specializes in clean-up, repair, restoration and rebuilding after fires, floods, storms or natural disasters. We offer reliable, 24/7/365 emergency services carried out with expert craftsmanship.

To learn more visit http://www.accordrestoration.com/

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